1985 Fiat Uno vs. 1986 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1986 Ford Fiesta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Fiesta (75 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Uno. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 104 kg more than 1985 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ford Fiesta (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Uno. (67 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Uno | 1986 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Uno | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 696 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2300 mm |
